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evaluation tasks, literature and other needs of music educators can be a benefit to all. In building these communities, music educators can be both a mentor in areas of strength while being a mentee in areas needing growth. Sharing ideas and re- sources can enhance pedagogical practice while giving music educators support both professionally and emotionally. Consider reaching out to other music educators in your area. Even if it is only possible once a semester, try to gather with those who are available and discuss topics in music education. Share ideas and strategies, and ask questions. Remember to include those in higher education in the conversation.
It is helpful to know what is happening in the K-12 schools so we can also be responsive at our level, especially in train- ing future music educators. Let’s nurture a strong community of music educators so that all can feel the affectiveness of mentoring.
References:
Ingersoll, R., & Strong, M. (2011). “The Impact of Induction and Mentoring Programs for Beginning Teachers: A Critical Review of the Research.” Review of Educational Research, 81(2), 201-233. Retrieved from http://www.
jstor.org/stable/23014368
Resta, V., Huling, L., & Yeargain, P. (2013). “Teacher Insights About Teaching, Mentoring and Schools as Workplaces.” Curriculum & Teaching Dialogue, 15(1/2), 117-132.
Wenger, E. (October 2011). “Communities of Practice: A Brief Introduction.” Retrieved from https://
scholarsbank.uoregon.edu/xmlui/ handle/1794/11736?show=full
Laura Dunbar teaches music education courses at UW-Eau Claire.
Email:
dunbarLL@uwec.edu
IN MEMORIAM We honor these music educators who touched so many lives and will continue to be greatly missed…
Richard Baller • Richard “Dick” Baller, 83, passed away on September 20, 2016. Dick was a graduate of Wayne High School (Wayne, NE). He received his bachelor’s in music from Carthage College in
Carthage, IL and was a 1953 graduate of Northwestern University receiving his master’s of music degree. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving for two years as an assistant conductor of the 5th RCT Army Band in Korea, and in the same capacity with the 25th Infantry Division Band in the Hawaiian Islands. Dick was the instrumental band instructor and director at Roosevelt and Aldrich Middle School, retiring in 1995. He played in the 1st Brigade Civil War Band arranging Civil War band music. Dick was a member of the Music Educators National Conference, International Trumpet Guild, Wisconsin Chapter of the National Band Association and Percussive Arts Society.
Lewis Alan Schmidt • Lewis “Lew” Alan Schmidt, 80, passed away on November 16, 2016. Lew began his teaching career at Weston High School (Cazenovia) in 1958. In his music education career, he also
taught at River Valley High School (Spring Green) and Lakeland College (Plymouth). He served as a WSMA field representative and adjudicator/consultant at district and state festivals. Recognized as one of Wisconsin’s leading music educators, Lew received numerous awards including: the Phi Beta Mu Outstanding Bandmaster Award; National Band Association Citation of Excellence (Wisconsin Chapter - 1979 & 1987); WMEA Distinguished Service Award; Sudler Scroll Award and the Diploma of the Order of Merit; Historical Roll of Honor by the John Philip Sousa Foundation; and holds a place on the Ted Lins Wall of Fame for Distinguished Service to the Community (Spring Green) and to the River Valley School District.
Terry Stevens • Terry Stevens, 75, of Land O’ Lakes, passed away on January 20, 2016 in Wausau. Terry graduated from Wisconsin Dells High School in 1958. He continued his education at UW-Stevens Point
and graduated in 1963 with a bachelor’s degree in music. Terry was the music teacher at Phelps School for four years after that. He then moved back to Stevens Point for graduate studies and attended UW-Eau Claire where he received his master’s degree in music. He also taught band in Almond and Owen-Withee. Terry was a professional musician and music arranger and recorded with various bands.
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